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for angela merkel. norbert rÖttgen was her protegee and a possible successor. this comes hard on the heels of two other victories in regional elections. they hope they can oust angela merkel next year. >> the rate of growth has been an issue in your. is there any chance we could see merkel switching her policies to be more growth- oriented? >> not as a result of this. this was a regional election and a contest of personalities. on one hand, the popular, down to earth incumbent state premier. she did not mention the your crisis at all as far as i know in her election -- the euro crisis at all as far as in her election campaign. and the candidate who was seen as being very arrogant, very distant from the voters. opinion polls in germany only last week showed that two-thirds of german voters support angela merkel's austerity measures. that is crossed party support, including for example voters of the green party and even people who support the protest pirate party. there's discussion in this country of in
for angela merkel. norbert rÖttgen was her protegee and a possible successor. this comes hard on the heels of two other victories in regional elections. they hope they can oust angela merkel next year. >> the rate of growth has been an issue in your. is there any chance we could see merkel switching her policies to be more growth- oriented? >> not as a result of this. this was a regional election and a contest of personalities. on one hand, the popular, down to earth incumbent...
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i plead trust angela merkel when she says she will lead us all. ban ki moon a good friend of afghanistan. >> you have said that you would be happy to have the german troops stay on for ever. president hamid, karzai, many thanks. >> with that, we wrap up "the journal." thank you for joining us. stay tuned.
i plead trust angela merkel when she says she will lead us all. ban ki moon a good friend of afghanistan. >> you have said that you would be happy to have the german troops stay on for ever. president hamid, karzai, many thanks. >> with that, we wrap up "the journal." thank you for joining us. stay tuned.
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liberals are in disarray at this point, so that is a problem for angela merkel. he wants to oust the current government and with it angela merkel, and that would be -- that would mean reshaping german politics. >> what does he need to do in order to convince voters that he can lead germany? >> he has to show that he is listening and that he cares. everyone knows steinbruck has a great deal of financial expertise and acumen, but some people think he is a little too close to the financial sector, to the banking sector, that he is too much of a centrist. certainly here, there is a perception in germany at the moment that there is a great deal of social imbalance. a lot of people among the social democrats are concerned that the gap between the rich and poor is getting greater, and some people blame that on the financial markets. some people blame it on the financial sector. it is no coincidence that steinbruck earlier this week came out with an initiative to regulate the banks, to tame the banks, as he put it, in an attempt to win over hearts and minds among his own
liberals are in disarray at this point, so that is a problem for angela merkel. he wants to oust the current government and with it angela merkel, and that would be -- that would mean reshaping german politics. >> what does he need to do in order to convince voters that he can lead germany? >> he has to show that he is listening and that he cares. everyone knows steinbruck has a great deal of financial expertise and acumen, but some people think he is a little too close to the...
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angela merkel wins the key euro rescue boat with a majority former coalition deputies in the bundestag. >> nokia plans to shut down production in romania. >> facebook is watching you. some people allege they are abusing users' rights by storing hundreds of pages of data. germany, cyprus, and estonia have become the latest countries to approve new powers for the european financial stability facility. the fund is designed to be able work for the euro at a time of dangerously high debt levels. here in berlin, legislation passed with a strong majority. this is a major boost for angela merkel, especially on the domestic front. >> the chancellor made her way through a crush of deputies to cast her vote. the opposition social democrats and greens back to the bill -- backed the bill. the finance minister said that the vote was about more than putting more money into debt ridden countries. >> if we are to maintain stability for the democratic rule of law, the rules must be set and protected. that is what the german government is determined to do. >> the opposition welcomed his speech they were
angela merkel wins the key euro rescue boat with a majority former coalition deputies in the bundestag. >> nokia plans to shut down production in romania. >> facebook is watching you. some people allege they are abusing users' rights by storing hundreds of pages of data. germany, cyprus, and estonia have become the latest countries to approve new powers for the european financial stability facility. the fund is designed to be able work for the euro at a time of dangerously high debt...
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that makes it tough going for angela merkel. we have an election coming up next year. maybe that is one reason why today she was out launching a new campaign called "i want europe," supposed to be talking up membership in the eu, and that could prove very important for angela merkel in the coming months. >> thanks so very much. things may be looking bleak for the eurozone as a whole, but german tax revenues are surging. berlin's public finances are back in the black in the first six months of this year. >> that is even as europe's biggest economy begins to feel the effects of the debt crisis. new figures showed germany's budget surplus of over 8 billion euros. >> while other euro countries struggle with huge deficits, the money is pouring into germany treasury. in the first half of the year, the government took in more money than it spent. the surplus was due to a strong labor market and steady consumer spending. payments into the retirement and unemployment entrance programs were especially strong. after seeing a budget surplus in the year 2000, germany's fiscal situa
that makes it tough going for angela merkel. we have an election coming up next year. maybe that is one reason why today she was out launching a new campaign called "i want europe," supposed to be talking up membership in the eu, and that could prove very important for angela merkel in the coming months. >> thanks so very much. things may be looking bleak for the eurozone as a whole, but german tax revenues are surging. berlin's public finances are back in the black in the first...
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angela merkel has lost a close political ally. on thursday, the president formally accepted the resignation of the education minister. she is so respected by many of her colleagues. >> through her dedication, science and research in germany have been strengthened. she was consistently an informed and steadfast advocate of the sciences. >> back in 2009, angela merkel began her second term as chancellor. in the three years since, she has had to reshuffle his cabinet five times. the defense minister stepped down after an early plagiarism scandal cost him his doctorate. then a resignation after information surfaced he had tried to downplay civilian deaths in afghanistan. and merkel forced the resignation of the environment minister after he led conservatives to a major defeat. the new education minister has now been sworn in, and merkel is easy to put the latest scandal behind her. >> all right, well, time to leave the halls of government behind us and had across town to the berlin film festival. there are just three more days to go u
angela merkel has lost a close political ally. on thursday, the president formally accepted the resignation of the education minister. she is so respected by many of her colleagues. >> through her dedication, science and research in germany have been strengthened. she was consistently an informed and steadfast advocate of the sciences. >> back in 2009, angela merkel began her second term as chancellor. in the three years since, she has had to reshuffle his cabinet five times. the...
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talks with chancellor angela merkel. >> and he has also appointed his prime minister. not long after being sworn in, he appointed the longtime leader of the socialist party and the mayor of a city. he also speaks fluent german. meanwhile, at eu finance ministers have agreed to tougher capital requirements for region thanks. -- banks. >> the move is aimed at shoring up the financial sector of the debt crisis were to escalate. there has been increasing concern about the health of spanish and italian banks. just yesterday, moody's downgraded six italian banks. >> the banking association of italy called moody's downgrade an attack on the nation. italy faces a renewed recession. analysts say the move is going to hurt. >> it does not mean they are less inclined and less able to make loans to firms. so you have more recession, more bad loans, plus, more downgrades, because these banks were in the negative as well. >> in newark, tougher rules are coming into effect for european banks. capital requirements will be increased to insulate the sector from recession. the minimal req
talks with chancellor angela merkel. >> and he has also appointed his prime minister. not long after being sworn in, he appointed the longtime leader of the socialist party and the mayor of a city. he also speaks fluent german. meanwhile, at eu finance ministers have agreed to tougher capital requirements for region thanks. -- banks. >> the move is aimed at shoring up the financial sector of the debt crisis were to escalate. there has been increasing concern about the health of...
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angela merkel made her first visit to greece since the eurozone crisis began. what is she hoping to achieve? >> she wants to underline the importance of greece continuing with its reform process and to encourage greeks in that effort. she says that germany will stand by greece as it does so, and she wanted to demonstrate that she means what she says when she says that she understands the sacrifices that ordinary greeks are having to make as these budget cuts are implemented. it is a question of a symbolic visit. i think the message has been support for the greek government, but no more money, apart from a small amount -- 30 million euros for bilateral projects -- and no more time to get these reforms pushed through. >> is there a danger that these protests in athens could dampen the german public's appetite for these bailouts? >> the bailouts in general are not very popular in germany as it is. i do not think there's any likelihood that protests will change attitudes here. authorities think that greeks have a lot more to do. they are a lot less confident than c
angela merkel made her first visit to greece since the eurozone crisis began. what is she hoping to achieve? >> she wants to underline the importance of greece continuing with its reform process and to encourage greeks in that effort. she says that germany will stand by greece as it does so, and she wanted to demonstrate that she means what she says when she says that she understands the sacrifices that ordinary greeks are having to make as these budget cuts are implemented. it is a...
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-- vladimir. -- vladimir putin and angela merkel's joint visit. russia lays a moral claim to the works, saying it paid for the minute peoples -- paid for them and its peoples own blood. the visit by the german chancellor and russian president to the museum was supposed to be the crowning moment of the the year in which the countries have showcased their close ties, but suddenly, the appointment was canceled. sources say the russians wanted to stop merkel from giving a speech referring to the dispute. hours of intense negotiations followed. in the end, they appeared side- by-side to face the media, and both did their best to play down the diplomatic rift. >> i was looking forward to seeing this exhibition, so i would say we have resolved the problem. >> this is a very sensitive issue for both sides. if we want to move forward, we must look for solutions and of void magnifying the problem -- a void magnifying the problem. >> but it's a solution neither putin merkel seem particularly happy about. >> for more, we are joined by marcus who is standing b
-- vladimir. -- vladimir putin and angela merkel's joint visit. russia lays a moral claim to the works, saying it paid for the minute peoples -- paid for them and its peoples own blood. the visit by the german chancellor and russian president to the museum was supposed to be the crowning moment of the the year in which the countries have showcased their close ties, but suddenly, the appointment was canceled. sources say the russians wanted to stop merkel from giving a speech referring to the...
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chancellor angela merkel says she only found out from media reports. the opposition wants her to than send her minister. >> your story convinced that the clarification we need should come at the level of the u.s. president -- i'm convinced that the clarification we need should come at the level of the u.s. president. there should be a clear statement from americans that they will desist in future from listening in and spying on their friends. >> first of all, he has the task of getting answers. with elections approaching, a lot of people will be watching to see how he does. >> for more on the story, we are by our washington correspondent. there's, of course, a lot of potential for controversy here. what are are the expectations for this visit? >> i have low expectations for this visit. i do not think that americans are willing to reveal the details of what the national security agency is doing in germany and also in europe. he is going to meet with the national security advisor of president obama, and he will also meet with attorney general eric holder
chancellor angela merkel says she only found out from media reports. the opposition wants her to than send her minister. >> your story convinced that the clarification we need should come at the level of the u.s. president -- i'm convinced that the clarification we need should come at the level of the u.s. president. there should be a clear statement from americans that they will desist in future from listening in and spying on their friends. >> first of all, he has the task of...
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angela merkel is still clearly germany's most popular politician. peer steinbruck will be spending the next year trying to find her achilles heel. will he find one? >> the glowing ratings angela merkel has been getting have to do with the fact that germany has gotten through the year of crisis and financial crisis pretty well and has had some very good years. it looks like those times are coming to an end. germany appears to be heading toward a downturn, a recession, and we also see numbers showing there is a widening gap between rich and poor in this country, so the economy could definitely be an achilles' heel, and steinbruck might be in a position to exploit that. he certainly has a lot of financial expertise. the other possible weakness -- that ongoing euro crisis -- angela merkel will be in a tough spot if greece and spain are looking for further bailouts. euro policy also a possible area where she might be susceptible. it will be a very suspense- filled year. >> thanks very much for that. >> we turn to the u.s. now. there is good news this fri
angela merkel is still clearly germany's most popular politician. peer steinbruck will be spending the next year trying to find her achilles heel. will he find one? >> the glowing ratings angela merkel has been getting have to do with the fact that germany has gotten through the year of crisis and financial crisis pretty well and has had some very good years. it looks like those times are coming to an end. germany appears to be heading toward a downturn, a recession, and we also see...
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as you say, angela merkel is not in favor of eurobonds. she is not alone. the dutch finance minister said it was the wrong solution and could actually worsen the economic crisis. a political storm, but we have already got one, but it is building into a bit of a fury tonight. >> thank you. that here in berlin, policy- makers are debating the budget for finance -- back here in berlin, policy-makers are debating the budget for next year. german chancellor angela merkel suggested that germany would have to borrow more money next year to meet costs, leading her political opponents to accuse her government of a double standard. >> berlin plans to clog up more of its own debt next year. 26 billion euros -- that is 4 billion more than this year. the chancellor called her government's budget on this, pointing to germany's economic slowdown, but the opposition is outraged. the spd leader calls the plan a leading signal to other european states. >> you condemn europe to a savage austerity program. how credible is that policy is here in germany under much better condit
as you say, angela merkel is not in favor of eurobonds. she is not alone. the dutch finance minister said it was the wrong solution and could actually worsen the economic crisis. a political storm, but we have already got one, but it is building into a bit of a fury tonight. >> thank you. that here in berlin, policy- makers are debating the budget for finance -- back here in berlin, policy-makers are debating the budget for next year. german chancellor angela merkel suggested that germany...
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. >> angela merkel warns of turbulent times ahead. >> germany's exports running high as firms continue to ship goods. nato has approved turkey's request for the deployment of patriot anti-missile systems to areas along its border with syria. turkey wants the patriots to help it intercept street fire from syria's civil war. >> the alliance has also expressed its grave concern of reports that syria may be preparing to use chemical weapons against rebel forces. the statement echoes a strong warning issued by u.s. president barack obama on monday. >> more than 40,000 people have been killed since the uprising began in march 2011. here's a look at what the alliance's defense will look like on turkey's border to syria. >> it is designed to detect, intercept, and hit an enemy missile. there are batteries like these stationed in germany. some could be deployed to turkey within weeks. berlin is calling it a legitimate request from a nato ally. >> turkey has already been hit by cross-border mortar fire from syria, so it is understandable that turkey is holon and has asked the alliance for a sign
. >> angela merkel warns of turbulent times ahead. >> germany's exports running high as firms continue to ship goods. nato has approved turkey's request for the deployment of patriot anti-missile systems to areas along its border with syria. turkey wants the patriots to help it intercept street fire from syria's civil war. >> the alliance has also expressed its grave concern of reports that syria may be preparing to use chemical weapons against rebel forces. the statement...
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angela merkel is a supporter of electric cars. she wants there to be one million e-cars on the road in germany by 2020. she says e-cars could kickstart germany's motor industry. >> i believe we can't read a piece of the future here, a part of -- we can create a piece of the future here. but right now, only 7000 electric cars are on german roads. e-cars cannot cover long distances. they cost too much. advocates want the government to fix that. >> they could allow e-cars to use the bus lane. there are the opportunities for tax break and the public. herman -- and the public procurement program. >> the motoring industry says tomorrow belongs both to electric and conventional cars. >> no one can say which now which technology will dominate the market -- will say right -- no one can say right now which technology will dominate the market. >> environmentalists have been protesting outside of the summit. they don't believe that carmakers really want to make the switch to e-cars. they call this a summit of hypocrites. >> in the postwar yea
angela merkel is a supporter of electric cars. she wants there to be one million e-cars on the road in germany by 2020. she says e-cars could kickstart germany's motor industry. >> i believe we can't read a piece of the future here, a part of -- we can create a piece of the future here. but right now, only 7000 electric cars are on german roads. e-cars cannot cover long distances. they cost too much. advocates want the government to fix that. >> they could allow e-cars to use the...
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-- they polarized the debate, sharpen the debate between those on one side led by german chancellor angela merkel, who say austerity is the way forward, and those who say we are being squeezed too tight. people will look at these figures and say this is evidence that the commission is applying the squeeze too tightly. we need more room for growth. he said we must do whatever we can to boost employment and to unlock growth. he did not suggest for a minute directly that the austerity program that the commission is following in most of these countries is wrong, but he hinted as much by, as you have indicated, saying countries like france and others before them will be given more time to reach a gdp target figures. there is concern that this proves that the austerity package, the severity of it, is just too much to bear. >> you say the commission admits that more growth is needed. obviously, the question comes -- does brussels have any growth solutions up its sleeve? >> at the moment, all we are seeing is this breathing space for france today, and already for spain and others, more time to rea
-- they polarized the debate, sharpen the debate between those on one side led by german chancellor angela merkel, who say austerity is the way forward, and those who say we are being squeezed too tight. people will look at these figures and say this is evidence that the commission is applying the squeeze too tightly. we need more room for growth. he said we must do whatever we can to boost employment and to unlock growth. he did not suggest for a minute directly that the austerity program that...
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angela merkel faces an unclear party landscape in greece, and a new french leader has the views that are largely at odds with her own. she is running out of allies for her strict austerity plans but says she is ready for the new situation. >> for my part, i can say that i will welcome francois hollande to germany with open arms, and i will hold intensive talks with him. that is because the german- french cooperation is essential for europe. >> angela merkel's coalition partners criticized her for endorsing nicolas sarkozy during the french election campaign. but the fdp says she will establish a working relationship with hollande. >> this is not about personal feelings and not about liking or disliking someone. the fate of europe is in the balance here. france and germany will be clever enough to realize that. >> these social the reds believe merkel will have to adapt to the new reality. they say austerity must be augmented to help europe's teetering economies. >> these -- if countries is part of their industrial base, you have to hike investment. that is best done through the eu. >>
angela merkel faces an unclear party landscape in greece, and a new french leader has the views that are largely at odds with her own. she is running out of allies for her strict austerity plans but says she is ready for the new situation. >> for my part, i can say that i will welcome francois hollande to germany with open arms, and i will hold intensive talks with him. that is because the german- french cooperation is essential for europe. >> angela merkel's coalition partners...
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angela merkel says they will do "what is necessary" to ensure the future of the euro. both had much to talk about. the european commission president says europe must continue with reforms while paying attention to the social consequences like the unrest in cyprus. >> before more, let's go to our parliamentary studios. this is a top level meeting of euro's top-level. can you fill us in? >> the meeting is occurring here at the invitation at the invitation of angela merkel. there are 15 heads of leading european firms. it is the ceo of ericsson. what is on tehir minds is competitiveness. they are eager to look beyond to innocvation, energy, climate. there are not trying to talk about the cyprus issue alone. there was brief mentions saying that of course bureau stability -- euro stability is crucial. how do we get there to encourage growth and innovation? >> they have been distancing themselves from the planet. what else can you tell us? >> this tax on depositors and small depositors it was somehow the instigation of germany. german politicians have been pushing back on th
angela merkel says they will do "what is necessary" to ensure the future of the euro. both had much to talk about. the european commission president says europe must continue with reforms while paying attention to the social consequences like the unrest in cyprus. >> before more, let's go to our parliamentary studios. this is a top level meeting of euro's top-level. can you fill us in? >> the meeting is occurring here at the invitation at the invitation of angela merkel....
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to stabilize economies right now. >> some leaders are starting to question the current course, and angela merkel has become a prime target for political cartoonists, being cast as the austerity clean. >> like other european leaders, angela merkel is used to getting her picture taken. for the media, the chancellor is a front-page picture, but she is also a favorite with europe poses political cartoonists. the greek daily shows a military merkel telling the greek prime minister to stand at attention. he timidly asks for a bit of wiggle room. the athens newspaper casks -- casts the chancellor in a slightly better light. and in french weekly, a cartoon merkel visits agrees, saying she hopes her reception did not cost too much. the berlin-based political journal cicero recounts the encounter with alexander the great. the nobel peace prize for the eu has been another big motif for europe's political cartoonists. the announcement provided plenty of comedic inspiration as france's represented -- representative quick to that they may have won the peace prize but would have to do without the award
to stabilize economies right now. >> some leaders are starting to question the current course, and angela merkel has become a prime target for political cartoonists, being cast as the austerity clean. >> like other european leaders, angela merkel is used to getting her picture taken. for the media, the chancellor is a front-page picture, but she is also a favorite with europe poses political cartoonists. the greek daily shows a military merkel telling the greek prime minister to...
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nicolas sarkozy and angela merkel are afraid that the longer the situation lasts, the more nervous the market gets. if greece wants to stay in the euro zone or not, no matter how the question will be passed, many people in the euro zone are afraid. it would mean not only the end of all of the greek rescue package, but it could mean the end for the european comprehensive rescue plan. >> is there a plan to be -- plan b? >> nobody has talked about it in public or in business circles. the politicians avoid the subject. they're very much afraid that the speculation could cause a lot of damage for countries like italy. they are very much afraid of the political impact it could have on the european union. >> ken euro zone leaders managed to clear the decks so they can keep -- ken euro zone leaders managed to clear the deck? >> i am not sure they can really clear the deck. they can present a timetable so they can demonstrate to the market that they are doing something. their position here it is definitely weekend. two days ago, they presented that europe had done all the necessary steps to res
nicolas sarkozy and angela merkel are afraid that the longer the situation lasts, the more nervous the market gets. if greece wants to stay in the euro zone or not, no matter how the question will be passed, many people in the euro zone are afraid. it would mean not only the end of all of the greek rescue package, but it could mean the end for the european comprehensive rescue plan. >> is there a plan to be -- plan b? >> nobody has talked about it in public or in business circles....
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. >> that it's against angela merkel, who has been the strongest supporter of austerity. them at the idea is to pool debt between all the eurozone's member states. it is a proposal that has come up many times over the past couple of years. >> francois hollande says it is time to get eurobonds' back on the table. >> this is the first eu summit for france's newly elected president, francois hollande. since his win on a campaign, focus has shifted to restoring growth in europe. hollande says eurobonds are one way to prevent further recession. >> the question is -- what are the best instruments and means to promote growth? eurobonds are part of this discussion. >> hollande's decision has the backing of seven european nations, but german chancellor angela merkel insists eurobonds are not the answer, and not just because they would violate eu treaties. >> eurobonds will not contribute to growth in the eurozone. it was a similar interest rates we had for many years that led to the severe problems we are having to deal with now. i'll be putting forward proposals that have already
. >> that it's against angela merkel, who has been the strongest supporter of austerity. them at the idea is to pool debt between all the eurozone's member states. it is a proposal that has come up many times over the past couple of years. >> francois hollande says it is time to get eurobonds' back on the table. >> this is the first eu summit for france's newly elected president, francois hollande. since his win on a campaign, focus has shifted to restoring growth in europe....
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angela merkel reacted cautiously. she avoided confrontation and focused instead on what the two agree on -- namely the importance of making europe more competitive. >> we, from a european perspective, aspired to become competitive enough to maintain and continue our standard of living. in the past years and coming years, the issue has been that we have not reached the point where we are in the clear. still, a lot has been done in europe. >> merkel went on to lay out her own plans for europe, which include doing more to fight unemployment, and she said she will be working together with cameron 2 stock corporations avoiding taxes. >> two very different approaches, but which went down better at davos? our correspondent has more. >> angela merkel can be joyful and comical. today, she was not. she was serious while cameron was casual, full of british humor, selling himself and his country, he even got applause during his speech, and although most people here criticized sharply his plans for a referendum, he did not say a l
angela merkel reacted cautiously. she avoided confrontation and focused instead on what the two agree on -- namely the importance of making europe more competitive. >> we, from a european perspective, aspired to become competitive enough to maintain and continue our standard of living. in the past years and coming years, the issue has been that we have not reached the point where we are in the clear. still, a lot has been done in europe. >> merkel went on to lay out her own plans...
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again, angela merkel's conservatives, 42%, the highest level in 17 years. steinbrueck also quashed rumors that he could be replaced as the spd candidate for chancellor i of lower saxony's election does not go their way. >> my opinion poll results have been much better. we got to get back. we have enough time, and i'm going for it, and i will make it. their choice on sunday.ny make- the result could have far reaching consequences. >> all right, well, the wait is finally over for fans of german soccer. the bundesliga swings back into action after a winter break. >> but the season is really all about one team -- mighty bayern munich going into the season with a nine-point lead in the standing. they scored more goals than any other team, conceding just seven. >> they sound unstoppable. let's get another look. >> they turn on the style in the first half of the season and open up a commanding lead on their rivals, including dortmund. >> ♪ we are the champion >> bayern are on their way to a title they have not won in three years, but are they unstoppable? critic
again, angela merkel's conservatives, 42%, the highest level in 17 years. steinbrueck also quashed rumors that he could be replaced as the spd candidate for chancellor i of lower saxony's election does not go their way. >> my opinion poll results have been much better. we got to get back. we have enough time, and i'm going for it, and i will make it. their choice on sunday.ny make- the result could have far reaching consequences. >> all right, well, the wait is finally over for fans...
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we know that chancellor angela merkel had a lot riding on this. do you think she got what she wanted? >> it is victory at a high price. she gained, of course, an agreement to her plan from 26 member states, but at the cost of excluding britain. there is a second point. this is only a framework for fiscal union. i'd think it is very likely that we'll see some tough negotiating as member states fight for their national interests. thirdly, this treaty that has been talked about has been questioned already by european lawyers, who think that it may not be legal. in that case, of course, it could lead, in the most dramatic scenario, to the european union being dissolved in its present form and being reconstituted around britain. >> that sounds extremely radical. i do not think we're quite there. it seems as if there was an appeal to germany's constitutional court. will that happen again? >> it is possible. the constitutional court has come in each of those cases, all the strength in hand of the german parliament -- the constitutional court has come in
we know that chancellor angela merkel had a lot riding on this. do you think she got what she wanted? >> it is victory at a high price. she gained, of course, an agreement to her plan from 26 member states, but at the cost of excluding britain. there is a second point. this is only a framework for fiscal union. i'd think it is very likely that we'll see some tough negotiating as member states fight for their national interests. thirdly, this treaty that has been talked about has been...
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nicolas sarkozy and angela merkel met for another emergency conference on thursday. this time, together with the new italian prime minister. there was no breakthrough on major issues. for many people in europe, the thought of giving more power to brussels is deeply unpopular and raises new questions about the eu and its institutions. could the debt crisis turn into a crisis of democracy? >> behind-the-scenes, he is a german member of that european parliament. he is a major player in its conservative block and has the ear of the german chancellor. he gets with colleagues from across the continent. >> is this european democracy at work? >> this is democracy at work full stop. democracy means finding compromises. >> the compromise is that current account are those struck by nicolas sarkozy and angela merkel. >> the chancellor and i are both absolutely determined to find ambitious and unsustainable answers to all the issues that confront us. >> the duo is dominant right now as europe struggles to get on top of the debt crisis. some complain that they have emerged as an u
nicolas sarkozy and angela merkel met for another emergency conference on thursday. this time, together with the new italian prime minister. there was no breakthrough on major issues. for many people in europe, the thought of giving more power to brussels is deeply unpopular and raises new questions about the eu and its institutions. could the debt crisis turn into a crisis of democracy? >> behind-the-scenes, he is a german member of that european parliament. he is a major player in its...
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. >> german chancellor angela merkel rejects imf calls to boost the eurozone bailout fund by 500 billion in euros. ♪ >> france, britain, and germany say they are willing to negotiate with iran if it will talk seriously about its nuclear program. that offer comes hours after the european union imposed an oil embargo on tehran and froze the assets of the central bank. the country's political leaders have rejected the latest round of sanctions as a psychological warfare" and threatened to shut down shipping through the strait of hormuz. >> the gloves are off in the eu 's fight to stop iran's nuclear program peter the german foreign minister said the new sanctions are necessary to a ramp up the pressure on iran. >> the prospect of a nuclear- arms iran is unacceptable. iran continues to refuse to work together with the international community. that is why it is right for the eu to make decisions that will dry up iran's sources of financing. >> iran is dependent on oil exports to support its nuclear research, and the eu market is an important revenue stream. the eu says it is open to negotia
. >> german chancellor angela merkel rejects imf calls to boost the eurozone bailout fund by 500 billion in euros. ♪ >> france, britain, and germany say they are willing to negotiate with iran if it will talk seriously about its nuclear program. that offer comes hours after the european union imposed an oil embargo on tehran and froze the assets of the central bank. the country's political leaders have rejected the latest round of sanctions as a psychological warfare" and...
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german chancellor angela merkel called for a more inclusive concept of integration. >> chancellor angela merkel wants to promote a culture of respect for migrants. the german labor market is open only to people who complete vocational training. unskilled workers have a difficult time finding jobs. 1/3 of the jobless here are my guns. merkel says there are other hurdles as well. >> we can see structural discrimination at work here. this is especially clear when it comes to lending. that leads to a greater rate of failure. >> berlin would like banks to lend more to immigrant entrepreneurs. the government plans to hold talks with the financial ministry on the topic, and merkel's government wants the public sector to hire more migrants. right now, there are very few non-germans in civil service. >> if you look at how many migrants are hired by the public sector, by local councils or agencies, you notice that they are really missing. it would be great if the number of migrants in every branch of the civil service were larger. it would solve a lot of problems. >> the opposition has criticized
german chancellor angela merkel called for a more inclusive concept of integration. >> chancellor angela merkel wants to promote a culture of respect for migrants. the german labor market is open only to people who complete vocational training. unskilled workers have a difficult time finding jobs. 1/3 of the jobless here are my guns. merkel says there are other hurdles as well. >> we can see structural discrimination at work here. this is especially clear when it comes to lending....
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there has been more strong words from german chancellor angela merkel in defense of the eurozone. she is facing criticism within her own government over her response to the debt crisis and the cost of bailing out countries like greece. she opened the frankfurt motor show with a warning about what a broken euro could mean for german exports. >> the german auto industry is riding high, but for how long? with fears growing that the eurozone crisis could put the world back into recession, angela merkel reminded her audience at the euro is worth fighting for. >> germany can only prosper in the long run when the european union as competitive as a whole. over 60% of our exports go to the eu. it is quite clear that the european single market and the euro are essential to our economic success. >> even within her government, there are doubts about her approach to the crisis. her transport minister, a member of her bavarian coalition partners, have criticized the high cost of bailing out countries like greece. >> we cannot allow a rescue at any price without anything on the part of greece. >
there has been more strong words from german chancellor angela merkel in defense of the eurozone. she is facing criticism within her own government over her response to the debt crisis and the cost of bailing out countries like greece. she opened the frankfurt motor show with a warning about what a broken euro could mean for german exports. >> the german auto industry is riding high, but for how long? with fears growing that the eurozone crisis could put the world back into recession,...
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angela merkel's government says the economy will grow by just 0.4% in 2013. that is less than half its previous forecast. >> and it is the latest in a bit disappointing news because data released on tuesday showed that the german economy contracted sharply in the last quarter, but the government insists it is still upbeat about the future. >> germany's economics minister has plenty of reasons to be happy with the country's business climate. unemployment figures remain in check, and the economy is growing, a claim not year of -- not many european nations can make these days. last year, german gdp expanded 5.8%. the economics ministry is expecting growth of only 0.4%, but government analysts predict 2014 will be better. gdp is forecast to jump by 1.6%. policies to stabilize the economy in the face of the eurozone debt crisis are working. >> the outlook is so good part because the business community is regaining trust in the eurozone. all the indices show this, and not just investors, which you can see in the development of interest rates, but business people. i
angela merkel's government says the economy will grow by just 0.4% in 2013. that is less than half its previous forecast. >> and it is the latest in a bit disappointing news because data released on tuesday showed that the german economy contracted sharply in the last quarter, but the government insists it is still upbeat about the future. >> germany's economics minister has plenty of reasons to be happy with the country's business climate. unemployment figures remain in check, and...
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is angela merkel trying to strengthen sarkozy's position with these comments? >> that is the way it is being interpreted in both berlin and paris. there was only 1.5% separating sarkozy and hollande in the polls. whatever the opinion polls are saying, the races still open. it is in this context that chancellor merkel made her remarks pointing out that 25 heads of government had already signed the fiscal pact. it has been ratified by two states already and it is not up for negotiation. as hollande has been suggesting. >> he is still the front runner according to the polls. if he wins, are we looking at a head-on collision between france and germany? >> not necessarily. socialist president's in france have worked well with conservative chancellor is in germany. think of helmut kohl and mitterande. or even the reunification of germany. hollande has a reputation of being a very solid, courteous, defendable politician. if elected president, chancellor merkel will have to make some concessions to him. she would do that for the sake of franco-german friendship, the mo
is angela merkel trying to strengthen sarkozy's position with these comments? >> that is the way it is being interpreted in both berlin and paris. there was only 1.5% separating sarkozy and hollande in the polls. whatever the opinion polls are saying, the races still open. it is in this context that chancellor merkel made her remarks pointing out that 25 heads of government had already signed the fiscal pact. it has been ratified by two states already and it is not up for negotiation. as...
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nicolas sarkozy and angela merkel have bound to give the euro zone a true economic government. speaking after talks in paris, the leaders said that they would impose a tax on financial transactions, seeking to impose a governing body headed by the european union. they insisted that the existing blocks, the bailout fund is sufficient. >> president sarkozy said that he and change it -- chancellor merkel would commit to a balanced finances, and that they should write a goal in to their constitutions. under pressure to produce redoubt -- results because of recent market turbulence, they are under pressure to produce commitment to the common market currency. >> we have decided to work on strengthening the euro as our common currency. germany and france are committed to this end. it is obvious that the european union must integrate financial and economic policy making. >> they called for a limit on euro zone nation debt. to be chaired by the european council president. >> we hope that the 17 member states of the euro zone will commit to blighting balanced budgeting in to their consti
nicolas sarkozy and angela merkel have bound to give the euro zone a true economic government. speaking after talks in paris, the leaders said that they would impose a tax on financial transactions, seeking to impose a governing body headed by the european union. they insisted that the existing blocks, the bailout fund is sufficient. >> president sarkozy said that he and change it -- chancellor merkel would commit to a balanced finances, and that they should write a goal in to their...
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the crisis in the eurozone is top of angela merkel agenda as she visits china. the german chancellor is trying to raise support for the single currency. in a joint press conference, the chinese premier, wen jiabao, said the chinese were considering putting money into the rescue fund. china certainly has plenty of cash to spend. then let angela merkel was hoping for a firm commitment, it looks like she will be heading home disappointed, but china's leader did raise hopes by saying he will consider contributing money to the eurozone's rescue funds. "china will continue to support the euro and contribute to its stability. we have faith in europe's economy and in the euro. we believe the your will continue to be an important currency in the future -- we believe the euro will continue to be an important currency in the future." while merkel did not directly ask for support of china, she explained how reforms would help the spoke remind on beijing pose a tight clamp on internet freedom. >> we are of the opinion that beijing's reactions are very harsh. i will repeat ti
the crisis in the eurozone is top of angela merkel agenda as she visits china. the german chancellor is trying to raise support for the single currency. in a joint press conference, the chinese premier, wen jiabao, said the chinese were considering putting money into the rescue fund. china certainly has plenty of cash to spend. then let angela merkel was hoping for a firm commitment, it looks like she will be heading home disappointed, but china's leader did raise hopes by saying he will...
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angela merkel's christian democrats also made headway on a key to demand. they want to raise it for retirees, despite paying into the system for years. >> it was important to discuss the issue again. many politicians to understand how difficult it is for low-wage workers. >> the criticize the plans as an expensive bid to keep the peace. >> on the sports, they have extended to seven matches. >> one week after beating them, they also down to them, but they had to fight for it. >> it was a nervous finish, but they hung on to get their wind. they took the lead early, chipping the ball after 15 minutes. they look like a team without a plan, but in the 40th minute they pulled it out of thin air. there were deflected off. the opposing team hit the back straight away. after the break, disaster. making it 3-1. held on to take all three points. >> sunday's other match came out on top. >> playing at home, the first to score with him and the 11 minutes. he sealed the deal with a kick in the closing minutes. there it is. bang. around the corner. the world's major cities
angela merkel's christian democrats also made headway on a key to demand. they want to raise it for retirees, despite paying into the system for years. >> it was important to discuss the issue again. many politicians to understand how difficult it is for low-wage workers. >> the criticize the plans as an expensive bid to keep the peace. >> on the sports, they have extended to seven matches. >> one week after beating them, they also down to them, but they had to fight for...
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. >> chancellor angela merkel has stressed the immediate need to prevent further bloodshed in libya. what she says berlin will be -- she says berlin will be ready to help rebuild the economy. the chancellor was in zagreb to talk matters of the european union. events in libya were also on the agenda. pledged her support for the country's new leaders -- she pledged her support for the country's new leaders. >> it is important to divert money from the gaddafi regime to this task. i hope that the path to democracy will be peaceful. >> the foreign minister promised to help libya develop its civil institutions and pledged humanitarian aid, depending germany's decision not to send soldiers into a fight against gaddafi. >> the fact that we decided against sending our own soldiers to take part in the combat operations had never been confused with neutrality. we are among the countries that targeted sanctions and pressed for targeted sanctions and isolation of gaddafi from the beginning. >> the cost is message from the foreign ministry is that it is too early -- cautious message from the forei
. >> chancellor angela merkel has stressed the immediate need to prevent further bloodshed in libya. what she says berlin will be -- she says berlin will be ready to help rebuild the economy. the chancellor was in zagreb to talk matters of the european union. events in libya were also on the agenda. pledged her support for the country's new leaders -- she pledged her support for the country's new leaders. >> it is important to divert money from the gaddafi regime to this task. i...
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. >> angela merkel says for the first time wednesday, she would not block a recapitalization of troubled banks at the situation demands it. >> that is the clearest message that we have heard from the chancellor about she is willing to do to prevent another banking crisis. >> she made the comment after a meeting with the european commission president in brussels. >> the chancellor is now willing to recapitalize european banks. our correspondent is in brussels and has been following today's talks. he told us more about her stance. >> she said that she had talks with the rest of the commission over lunch. they were pressing upon angela merkel that her backing was required because of her status as the leader of the wealthiest countries in the european union. she seems to have come on board. a week ago in berlin, she was saying that there must be changed. she said today, we will see later about that. it might be necessary. she is changing her 10 slightly on bad. she is falling in behind the commission, demanding strong support from all around the state. >> it was a day of waiting and frustrat
. >> angela merkel says for the first time wednesday, she would not block a recapitalization of troubled banks at the situation demands it. >> that is the clearest message that we have heard from the chancellor about she is willing to do to prevent another banking crisis. >> she made the comment after a meeting with the european commission president in brussels. >> the chancellor is now willing to recapitalize european banks. our correspondent is in brussels and has been...
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germany's embattled president as he gets a boost from angela merkel. and it is happy birthday to one of the oldest quirks in the world. it celebrates 800 years. it is the second attack to hit damascus in two weeks, and the syrian government says a suicide bomber was to blame. at least 25 people were killed and more than 40 wounded when the blast hit a busy intersection in the center of damascus. the attack came as arab league monitors prepared to report back on serious crackdown on protesters. >> scenes of carnage in central damascus. the syrian government says the blast was the work of a suicide bomber. the explosion destroyed numerous cars and a boss thought to have been transporting police officers. a short while later, supporters of president al assad arrived on the scene. they are blaming the attack on the opposition. the mood at anti-regime demonstrations in cities across syria was angry. speculation about who carried out the attacks is rampant our opposition websites. many believe the blast is part of a government plot to undermine the oppositio
germany's embattled president as he gets a boost from angela merkel. and it is happy birthday to one of the oldest quirks in the world. it celebrates 800 years. it is the second attack to hit damascus in two weeks, and the syrian government says a suicide bomber was to blame. at least 25 people were killed and more than 40 wounded when the blast hit a busy intersection in the center of damascus. the attack came as arab league monitors prepared to report back on serious crackdown on protesters....
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. >> chancellor angela merkel is leading in opinion polls, and even critics acknowledge her ability to student nation -- steer the nation through difficult times. >> the german chancellor with a listening ear, touring areas hit by floods. many have accused her of using the disaster to campaign for votes. in front of the cameras, she pledged millions of euros to help flood victims. >> on a day like this, i'm here to be with the people, and those that i've met here so far are not thinking about the election. they are thinking about how they can just get through this. >> 100 days before the election, the floods are not helping the opposition candidate at all. >> it's my conviction that the people who have lost everything in the floods need many things, but they do not need political toryism. they need the army. they need technical assistance, the fire brigade, but they do not need hurray steinberg -- peer steinbrueck. >> conservative opponent was originally ahead in the polls. he visited the flood victims as well but was unable to capitalize on the disaster. steinberg like would likely th
. >> chancellor angela merkel is leading in opinion polls, and even critics acknowledge her ability to student nation -- steer the nation through difficult times. >> the german chancellor with a listening ear, touring areas hit by floods. many have accused her of using the disaster to campaign for votes. in front of the cameras, she pledged millions of euros to help flood victims. >> on a day like this, i'm here to be with the people, and those that i've met here so far are...
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. >> that came as the turkish president was meeting with angela merkel here in berlin as part of merkel's efforts to improve relations. the talks took place at the chancellery. the talks were dominated by the turkish campaign to join the eu angela merkel is opposed to full membership and has offered turkey a privileged partnership. if we were not having enough financial problems in the world, this news is not going to help the situation any. >> worldwide problems, especially in the u.s. and the eurozone, those are critical. the imf has revised their eurozone growth prospects significantly down. they have said that the important advanced economies are suffering low growth. this is destabilizing baking system. the imf is calling this a vicious feedback loop. -- this is destabilizing the banking systems. >> they said that they need to get their act together to avoid repercussions. growth will be less than expected. the imf chief economist not pull any punches. >> the global economy has a new face. the recovery has weakened considerably strong policies. strong policies are needed to improve t
. >> that came as the turkish president was meeting with angela merkel here in berlin as part of merkel's efforts to improve relations. the talks took place at the chancellery. the talks were dominated by the turkish campaign to join the eu angela merkel is opposed to full membership and has offered turkey a privileged partnership. if we were not having enough financial problems in the world, this news is not going to help the situation any. >> worldwide problems, especially in the...
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>> angela merkel has made it clear she supports the incumbent in this election, nicolas sarkozy. a socialist when would definitely be a disappointment for her. her spokesman on monday made it clear the chancellor would continue to support sarkozy through the runoff election may 6. but he said that she will not been making any campaign appearances with him, and most importantly, she will cooperate with whoever happens to be the french president. now, obviously francois hollande is expected to become the french president's. he has a more than 10-point lead, i think. germany is concerned, particularly about european policy. the to expect -- they do expect him to push for economic stimulus, but they also expected to consolidate the fiscal situation. >> was the feeling in berlin about the turnout for the far- right national front? "unsettling," that was the word from the chancellor. 1 number of government said he was relieved there were two strong candidates with strong positions on the selection. there are concerns that nicolas sarkozy over the last couple weeks will reach out to le
>> angela merkel has made it clear she supports the incumbent in this election, nicolas sarkozy. a socialist when would definitely be a disappointment for her. her spokesman on monday made it clear the chancellor would continue to support sarkozy through the runoff election may 6. but he said that she will not been making any campaign appearances with him, and most importantly, she will cooperate with whoever happens to be the french president. now, obviously francois hollande is expected...
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greece is an integral part of the eurozone, that is a message from german chancellor angela merkel following a conference with the leaders of france and greece. this is a message that is intended to dispel speculation that greece could default on its debt. the debt crisis has already split the government, now the european commission could be on a collision course as well. they have put the idea of eurobonds on the table. this is the idea of selling for europe as a whole not for individual state. this is something that germany vehemently opposes. >> instead of selling their own bonds, they will sell eurobonds. this would lower costs for some, raise costs for others. >> we will be working out the introduction of the eurobonds. >> the ecb cannot continue efforts to buy bonds of countries in difficulties. >> proponents say that countries like greece are likely to default without eurobonds. >> it is absolutely certain that they will defaults or they will exit the eurozone and this would carry problems not only for greece but for all of the member states and our global partners. >> such warnings a
greece is an integral part of the eurozone, that is a message from german chancellor angela merkel following a conference with the leaders of france and greece. this is a message that is intended to dispel speculation that greece could default on its debt. the debt crisis has already split the government, now the european commission could be on a collision course as well. they have put the idea of eurobonds on the table. this is the idea of selling for europe as a whole not for individual...
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. >> the man due to challenge angela merkel in next year's german elections denies neglecting his duties as a lawmaker by moonlighting. >> new york is closed for business in the aftermath of super storm sandy, which left at least 30 people dead. >> damages are likely to surpass those of last year's hurricane irene. sandy has move left much flooding in its wake, paralyzing new york's mass transit system and leaving millions in the dark -- sandy has left much flooding in its wake. >> here is more from america's most populous city. >> the storm has moved on, but the water remains. many of the city's road and subway tunnels are still flooded. public transport will be out of action for days to come. the effects of sandy can be seen on the streets -- residents are relieved that the worst is now behind them. >> well, last night, we could look down this street here, and we saw the river coming toward us. it actually look like something out of a movie. it was unbelievable. >> near central park, a crane dangles from a construction site over the street below. the storm caused it to partially collap
. >> the man due to challenge angela merkel in next year's german elections denies neglecting his duties as a lawmaker by moonlighting. >> new york is closed for business in the aftermath of super storm sandy, which left at least 30 people dead. >> damages are likely to surpass those of last year's hurricane irene. sandy has move left much flooding in its wake, paralyzing new york's mass transit system and leaving millions in the dark -- sandy has left much flooding in its...
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. >> he has been meeting today with german chancellor angela merkel, and they have agreed on a range of measures to spark a recovery. they want a separate budget to fight joblessness across the bloc as well as a full-time economic chief with more powers. >> but hollande is a socialist, and merkel heads a conservative government, so do the two have big differences? >> it is no secret that the leaders of the eurozone's two biggest economies do not see eye to eye on several major issues in the eu, so a visit of the exhibition of german paintings at the louvre was perhaps a chance for them to get to know each other better. at the talks held later, the two leaders put on a show of unity. they said their countries would weather the financial crisis together and would present a united front at next month's eu summit on growth and employment. >> much of our discussion was about mobilizing the european funds from 2014 through 2020. and including them in our future planning. >> they also pledged to press ahead with plans for a so- called common economic government in the eurozone. >> we need m
. >> he has been meeting today with german chancellor angela merkel, and they have agreed on a range of measures to spark a recovery. they want a separate budget to fight joblessness across the bloc as well as a full-time economic chief with more powers. >> but hollande is a socialist, and merkel heads a conservative government, so do the two have big differences? >> it is no secret that the leaders of the eurozone's two biggest economies do not see eye to eye on several major...
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that germany's chancellor angela merkel has suggested greased hold a referendum on staying in the eurozone -- greece hold a referendum. >> a source close to the president said she broached the subject of a referendum. merkel's office denied the report. this strikes like lightning and adds to the feeling that new elections in greece next month will indeed be a vote for or against euro membership. let's go to our chief correspondent on the story in berlin. we have to admit -- we were not terribly surprised when we heard this report about merkel's suggested a referendum, but we were surprised to hear her office immediately saying none of this was true. >> they have emphatically denied it. we call the chancellery, and they said she must definitely did not suggest that a referendum be held -- we called the chancellery. it might be a trifle surprising had she suggested this, since she quite vehemently rejected the idea in talks last fall and winter. on the other hand, many people in berlin are saying that these upcoming elections will be tantamount to a decision about whether or not to stay in t
that germany's chancellor angela merkel has suggested greased hold a referendum on staying in the eurozone -- greece hold a referendum. >> a source close to the president said she broached the subject of a referendum. merkel's office denied the report. this strikes like lightning and adds to the feeling that new elections in greece next month will indeed be a vote for or against euro membership. let's go to our chief correspondent on the story in berlin. we have to admit -- we were not...
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chancellor angela merkel has promised german support for the proposed international peace conference on syria. she emphasized that syria urgently needs a political solution. >> assyria's main opposition group has reiterated its demand that president bashar al assad step down before any further negotiations. syria announced tuesday that a to co-host a peace conference with the aim of bringing together rebel groups and the assad government. >> there was no mention of the newly proposed peace conference when president bashar al assad appeared on syrian state television with one of his few remaining allies, the iranian foreign minister. the reiterated tehran's's support for the regime in damascus and told supporters that iran would continue to help syria and its people, who he said had so bravely defended themselves against attacks. on tuesday, syria's other main ally, russia, consulted with assad's most vocal opponent, the united states. u.s. secretary of state john kerry was in moscow to try to find common ground on syria with russian leaders, and indeed, the u.s. and russia did manage
chancellor angela merkel has promised german support for the proposed international peace conference on syria. she emphasized that syria urgently needs a political solution. >> assyria's main opposition group has reiterated its demand that president bashar al assad step down before any further negotiations. syria announced tuesday that a to co-host a peace conference with the aim of bringing together rebel groups and the assad government. >> there was no mention of the newly...
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. >> now to a political rao in germany causing tensions within angela merkel government. >> it is about a new benefit of 100 euros a month for families will look after their kids at home instead of using a government kindergarten. supporters say it gives families a choice. >> poland says it is a waste of money -- opponents say it is a waste of money and could act as a disincentive for people, especially women, to go to work. >> the issue has divided the country and angela merkel's coalition. an allowance for parents to look after their toddlers themselves rather than send them to a state-subsidized nursery. opponents dismissed the proposal as outdated and misguided. it came from merkel's bavarian sister party, the csu. the minister from the chancellor's own cdu was quiet skeptical. the opposition would rather use the money to expand day care facilities. the social democrats still hope to block the measure. >> we are checking whether this needs approval. that would be interesting+ because we social democrats are part of an opposition alliance that controls the upper house of parliament.
. >> now to a political rao in germany causing tensions within angela merkel government. >> it is about a new benefit of 100 euros a month for families will look after their kids at home instead of using a government kindergarten. supporters say it gives families a choice. >> poland says it is a waste of money -- opponents say it is a waste of money and could act as a disincentive for people, especially women, to go to work. >> the issue has divided the country and...
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inside, a majority also opposed the cuts, including politicians from angela merkel's: cdu party. the government also failed to have its tax cuts passed. the social democrats and the greens say this is not the time to cut tax revenues by 6 billion euros. >> tax cuts are not the answer. on the contrary, we need more income despite aggressive efforts to cut spending. >> solar subsidies and tax cuts promised to remain contentious issues. the government will have to listen to what the federal states and the opposition parties have to say. >> in recent years, there has been growing controversy over multinational corporations buying and leasing comments sways of rich farmland in pour rations ranging from ukraine to you got to. what has become to be known as a land grammy, there has been a steady destruction of small farming communities, independent food production, and traditional ways of rural life. >> there is light in the story today. the u.n.'s food and agriculture organization has taken the first step to track down the -- -- crackdown on this problem. they adopted a set of guidelin
inside, a majority also opposed the cuts, including politicians from angela merkel's: cdu party. the government also failed to have its tax cuts passed. the social democrats and the greens say this is not the time to cut tax revenues by 6 billion euros. >> tax cuts are not the answer. on the contrary, we need more income despite aggressive efforts to cut spending. >> solar subsidies and tax cuts promised to remain contentious issues. the government will have to listen to what the...
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for angela merkel, a peaceful resolution means the syrian president should step down. >> the best outcome would be a governing power in syria are arrived at peacefully that would perform a conciliatory function -- the governing power in syria are arrived at peacefully. it is important to achieve that through dialogue, and at the moment, that is very difficult. >> there are fears the growing violence in syria could spill over into lebanon. a number of clashes have already been recorded along the border. lebanon is doing everything possible to fix it. >> the chancellor has asked a lot of questions about the region as well as lebanon. i have assured her that the situation in lebanon is stable. >> on that, germany says it can help. it has promised to help boost security along lebanon's border with syria by offering training and technical assistance. >> there is renewed disagreement between germany and syria's ally russia over how to handle the syrian president. >> after talks with his german counterpart in moscow, the russian prime minister revealed his country had turned down a german propos
for angela merkel, a peaceful resolution means the syrian president should step down. >> the best outcome would be a governing power in syria are arrived at peacefully that would perform a conciliatory function -- the governing power in syria are arrived at peacefully. it is important to achieve that through dialogue, and at the moment, that is very difficult. >> there are fears the growing violence in syria could spill over into lebanon. a number of clashes have already been...
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. >> angela merkel also took the opportunity for bilateral talks with chinese president hu jintao. >> the heads of the world's 20 largest economies were up early to carry on their meetings in review the text of the final communique. europe's financial woes have dominated the summit. the chinese leader, hu jintao, was thanked by germany's chancellor angela merkel for his country's faith in the euro. beijing has agreed to commit $43 billion to the international monetary fund to help it protect countries from the eurozone crisis. with other contributions from brazil, russia, india, south africa, and mexico, that will take the imf's war chest to almost $500 billion. but elsewhere in the conference, the mood was sour. the rest of the world is increasingly frustrated at europe's inability to get itself out of the economic problems. european leaders are divided on how to find a way out of the crisis. but the president of the european commission was not turning to outsiders for advice. >> we are extremely open. i wish that all our partners were so open about their own difficulties. we are ext
. >> angela merkel also took the opportunity for bilateral talks with chinese president hu jintao. >> the heads of the world's 20 largest economies were up early to carry on their meetings in review the text of the final communique. europe's financial woes have dominated the summit. the chinese leader, hu jintao, was thanked by germany's chancellor angela merkel for his country's faith in the euro. beijing has agreed to commit $43 billion to the international monetary fund to help...
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. >> chancellor angela merkel said that it was a wonderful decision and she held the euro as more than just the current. >> she cautioned against complacency. >> we should not forget that we should continue to renew our efforts for peace, democracy, and freedom. >> it also serves as a reminder. >> norway doesn't belong to the eu and it shows how important the currency and the union are. that's interesting because non- the members are more appreciative of the importance of the euro and the eu. we should do more if we are not to squander your's -- europe's opportunities. >> many say the award was well- deserved. >> they're committed to peace. the help promote globalization. >> this gives them the feeling that we are all in this together. >> for more on their reaction from berlin, i'm joined by our political correspondent. it was meant as an encouraging political signal and it was taken as such year in berlin. >> indeed. just give you a few of the comments, chancellor merkel has said this recognizes the achievement and it was more than just a currency but the ideal behind europe. they des
. >> chancellor angela merkel said that it was a wonderful decision and she held the euro as more than just the current. >> she cautioned against complacency. >> we should not forget that we should continue to renew our efforts for peace, democracy, and freedom. >> it also serves as a reminder. >> norway doesn't belong to the eu and it shows how important the currency and the union are. that's interesting because non- the members are more appreciative of the...
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the most surprising thing is the extent to which it agrees with angela merkel. for example, in opposing the introduction of eurobonds and also in warning against the european union becoming a transfer union. >> what is the german government's expected response? >> i do not think the german government will react directly to this. the ideas are not new. they belong to mainstream american economic thinking. chancellor merkel is aware of them, of course, and is not convinced by them. far more important is the possible influence of moody's, warning that germany could lose its aaa rating because of its exposure to weak southern european economies. that will strengthen chancellor merkel's resolve not to give any more cash to greasece until it elements reforms. i think there's probably secretly rejoicing about the chancellor's warning because it strengthens her hand against european partners and the likes against -- the likes of george soros who would like to see germany put up more money up front. >> thank you for the analysis. with solvency concerns mounting, business
the most surprising thing is the extent to which it agrees with angela merkel. for example, in opposing the introduction of eurobonds and also in warning against the european union becoming a transfer union. >> what is the german government's expected response? >> i do not think the german government will react directly to this. the ideas are not new. they belong to mainstream american economic thinking. chancellor merkel is aware of them, of course, and is not convinced by them....
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back here in germany, the media wants answers on the nsa surveillance kindle, but angela merkel says she does not have them yet. that was the bottom line at a press conference this morning. >> germany's chancellor says she, too, wants answers, but she said she was prepared to wait. with elections just two months away, it's not yet clear if the controversy will blow over before joe meant -- before germans go to the polls. >> reporters were awaiting new details from chancellor merkel on the scandal of espionage in germany, but they were disappointed. merkel put a damper on such expectations right at the start. anyone who has come here today expecting me to share the results of clarification activities has come with misplaced hope. these activities are continuing. they are not finished. >> but when pressed by reporters, merkel admitted germany has little average -- little leverage with the u.s. for getting answers. >> our american partners need time for their investigations, and they have not yet made a statement, so we will have to work on getting them to make that statement. >> otherw
back here in germany, the media wants answers on the nsa surveillance kindle, but angela merkel says she does not have them yet. that was the bottom line at a press conference this morning. >> germany's chancellor says she, too, wants answers, but she said she was prepared to wait. with elections just two months away, it's not yet clear if the controversy will blow over before joe meant -- before germans go to the polls. >> reporters were awaiting new details from chancellor merkel...